Hungerford Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Hungerford's crime rate stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 43.2% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while modest, reflects the area's character as a relatively small built-up district within West Berkshire, where crime rates are historically lower than in larger urban centres. The breakdown of crimes revealed a near-equal split between property and violent offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.5%) and shoplifting (11.1%). The prominence of violence and sexual offences, despite being 41% below the UK average, may be influenced by the area's proximity to nearby towns and the seasonal dynamics of summer, when social interactions increase. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK rate, remains a persistent concern, particularly in public spaces. The relatively low incidence of shoplifting—0.5 per 1,000 residents—suggests that local retail areas may benefit from effective security measures or lower foot traffic compared to more commercial hubs. Seasonal context plays a role here: as June marks the beginning of the summer season, the extended daylight hours and increased tourism may have contributed to a shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes decreasing and property-related incidents rising. However, the overall rate remains significantly below national levels, consistent with Hungerford's status as a quieter, less densely populated area compared to major cities. This balance between property and violent crime, though not extreme, warrants attention, particularly as the summer months progress and local activity patterns evolve.

June 2025 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with property crimes and violent crimes nearly balanced at 9 and 10 respectively, a contrast to the previous month's more pronounced focus on violent incidents. Month-on-month, violent crimes fell by 64.3%—a drop from 28 to 10—likely reflecting seasonal changes as summer began, though this may also indicate effective policing or community efforts. Conversely, property-related crimes saw increases: burglary, shoplifting, and 'other crime' each rose by 100%, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in security measures or shifts in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, while remaining a significant category (18.5% of all crimes), decreased by 37% compared to the UK average, highlighting Hungerford's relatively lower incidence of such disturbances. 'other crime'—a category that includes unclassified incidents—surpassed the UK average by 87%, a figure that deserves closer attention. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting underscores the need for heightened awareness in retail areas during the summer months.

Hungerford's crime rate in June 2025 dropped to 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a 47.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.7. This decline suggests a marked improvement in local safety, though the absolute numbers remain low given the area's population of 5,844. On a daily basis, the town recorded roughly one crime per day over June, a figure that, while modest, reflects the small-scale nature of the built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-216 residents illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not directly comparable here. This context is critical for residents: the rate of reported crime is not only lower than the national figure but also shows a substantial month-on-month reduction. However, the daily crime count remains a tangible reminder that vigilance is still necessary, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or during the summer months when tourism begins to influence local activity patterns.